Rust Belt Beer Talk

Our 2020 football preview! We look at the COVID-19 affected season ahead, and what that might mean for our Sunday afternoon drinking habits.This week Ben drinks Carolina Brewery's Sky Blue Kolsch and Burial Beer Co's Surf Wax IPA. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Like it has for everyone else, The Last Dance has been a highlight of the Quarantine Season so far. So, on this one we're looking back on unforgettable moments with sports and beer! We talk about our favorite memories and why exactly certain things seem to stick with us. The beer we drink this week is "Soda Jerk" from Pressure Drop Brewing See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We got our shades on, we fired up the grill, and we're ready for some summer jams! Just like beer tastes, our music tastes often change in the summertime, so we decided to put together a little mixtape for you to bring to your summer get-togethers!The beer we drink on this episode is the "Salem" NEIPA from Helltown Brewing. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We daydream about being outdoorsy survivalist beer nerds hiking the Appalachian Trail!The beer we drink this episode is "Berry Vision" from Big Ditch Brewing Company See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ben and Joe talk about using the current time we find ourselves in to re-evaluate goals and set plans looking ahead, an important thing for all of us, including brewers and bars! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ben and Joe are joined by Devon Oship to play a very strange game that Ben and Devon came up with together! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We taker the opportunity to talk a little about Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. A great Rust Belt city with a rich brewing history that is near and dear to each of our hearts.On this episode we drink a couple classic Pittsburgh brews: Duquesne Pilsener and Iron City Light See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're glad to be back from a quarantine-induced hiatus with a socially distant podcast! On this one we talk about the possible path to recovery for the craft beer industry after the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.The beer we drink this week is "Griddle Cakes" from Rohrbach Brewing Co. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The world is weird right now and so are we. On this one we just talk a bunch about our favorite conspiracy theories because why the heck would we do anything else on a beer podcast?The beer we drink this week is "Juice Life" from Froth Brewing Company. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Well, our plans got a little wonky this week so we called an audible and, inspired by the beer we had, ended up just talking about why the music we love means so much to us. You know, like you do over a few beers!The beer we drink this week is "Freebird" by Lord Hobo Brewing Company See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Fat Tuesday brings Ash Wednesday and we're now into the Lenten season. On this episode, Joe and Ben talk about Lent as a tradition and agree to give up some less-than-traditional things!The beer we drink this week is the Buffalo Breakfast Stout from Resurgence Brewing and Buffalo Brew Pub See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this one we're showing some love to the planet! And we talk a lot about how breweries (among other businesses) are working to make the world around us better! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Love is in the air! On this episode we talk about Valentine's traditions, some Valentine's dinner food pairings, and play a thematic name game! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ben and Joe discuss the process of cellaring beers and how the aging process can affect different beers in different ways! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

To celebrate the new Roarin' 20's, Ben and Joe discuss how breweries managed to survive and come out on the other side of Prohibition. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ben and Joe determine the defining theme that will shape the year 2020! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

HO HO HO! Happy Holidays folks! On this our 2019 Christmas special we're looking at Christmas traditions from around the word, with a heavy emphasis on the big jolly guy. Especially that smokeshow of a Santa they have in Toronto. Oof. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ben and Joe put an RBBT spin on the gift guide for the beer lover in your life by making a game of it! We also talk about our favorite White Elephant gifts of all time! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode: We have some fun with thanksgiving dessert beer pairings and talk about some weird beers with a Thanksgiving Name Game! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode of Acast Presents: Rust Belt Beer Talk (presented by Acast), we acknowledge our new corporate overlords before going in on a conversation about how Artificial Intelligence is impacting the beer industry! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ben and Joe use Founders Brewing as a launchpad for discussion on why craft beer companies sometimes decide to retire seemingly popular beers, and why a craft brewery might decide to link up with a larger beer company. Fittingly, we crack open a 2-year-old bottle of Founders Canadian Breakfast Stout to enjoy during this discussion! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode we celebrate a year of podcasting along with our good buddies Erik and Pete! Talking points include school mascots, German beer steins, the benefits of beer with friends, and a large group Weird Beer Name Game! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode we hang out at Ben's brand new bar and talk about proper etiquette when buying beer, especially when you're in an unfamiliar area.Contact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode: Ain't no laws! We take a small diversion from all things beer to talk seltzer. This bubbly sweet stuff does have an impact on the malty beverage we all know and love though, so get off our backs already, millennials.Contact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode: Ben took a voyage up to the Great White North where he threw axes, took names, and drank beer. Also, Joe had a non-alcoholic beer so we had to talk a bit about that.Contact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode: We talk about why having a beer after a good workout is so DANG REFRESHING.Contact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode: We set out to talk about serving beer at proper temperatures. Which we did. But we also got sooo far off course in this one onto some... other topics... Just a heads up. Hope you like it!Contact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode: We introduce a new format to the show, then we talk about all the hot trendy trends in craft beer!Contact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beer of the Week: "Go Fluff Yourself" from Fulton Chain Craft BreweryTalking Points: ADK6PACK, weird food combos, Movie Theater FightingContact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beer of the Week: "Frolic Smash" from Big Inlet BrewingTalking Points: Soccer Talk, Football Beer, the Weird Beer Name Game ReturnsContact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beer of the Week: "SuperEIGHT" from Dogfish HeadTalking Points: Summer Concerts; N/A Craft BeerContact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beer of the Week: Ben's homebrew called "Heart Linked to Heart"Talking Point: All things homebrewing!Contact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beer of the Week: "Triple Citra Daydream" from Other Half BrewingTalking Point: Cans vs BottlesContact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beer of the Week: "Mas Agave" from Founders Brewing CompanyAdditional Talking Points: Chasing our "What Ifs"Contact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Introducing a new podcast, Therapy Juice, from one of the creators of Rust Belt Beer Talk! See more at therapyjuicepodcast.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beer of the Week: "Prophets & Nomads" from Collective Arts BrewingAdditional Talking Points: Camping!Contact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beer of the Week: "Black Magic Stout" from Empire Brewing CompanyAdditional Talking Points: Avengers Endgame, Beer economicsContact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beer of the Week: "Feeling Good, Louis!" from Fair State Brewing CooperativeAdditional Talking Points: Brut IPA Science, Beer FitnessContact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beer of the Week: "Kentucky Breakfast Stout" from Founders Brewing CoAdditional Talking Points: National Beer Day, Adult men talking about wrestlingContact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beer of the Week: "DBL DBL" from Hamburg BrewingAdditional Talking Points: Film school six-pack, The legend of FloridaManContact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beer of the Week: "Blueberry Maple Pancake" from Ellicottville Brewing CompanyAdditional Talking Points: Breakfast food beer pairing game, NYS Maple Growers, Highly tappable treesContact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Top O' The Podcast to Ya! And welcome to a St Patrick's Day special from RBBT!

Beer(s) of the Week: "Doppelganger" & "Haze" from Tree House Brewing CompanyAdditional Talking Points: Harrowing Boston adventures, Buffalo Brewery Malt MadnessContact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beer(s) of the Week: "Yours" & "Mine" from War Horse Brewing CompanyOn this Valentine's themed episode of RBBT, we take a look at a cool release from War Horse called Yours & Mine that results in three different beer reviews. We also dig into their suggested music pairings for these beers and talk a bit about Valentine's History and how we approach V-Day today!Contact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerTheme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beer of the Week: "Big Ass Money Stout" from Evil Twin and LervigAdditional Talking Points: Super Bowl Preview/Review, Yet another Weird Beer Name GameContact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerMusic via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beer of the Week: "OK, Be Jelly" from Rohrbach Brewing CompanyAdditional Talking Points: Weird Beer Name Game; Pizza Delivery StoriesBE SURE TO LISTEN THROUGH THE END FOR A GIVEAWAY!Contact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerMusic via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beer of the Week: "Don't Be Jelly" from Rohrbach Brewing CompanyAdditional Talking Points: PB&J history; What do you like to do with peanut butter?; "Snowmageddon"Contact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerMusic via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beer of the Week: "Focal Banger" from The AlchemistAdditional Talking Points: It's Ben's Birthday!; Drunken NYE festivities; Government Shutdown beer sadnessContact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerMusic via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beer of the Week: "Heady Topper" from The AlchemistAdditional Talking Points: A very valuable beer; Crazy roadside attractions; Brew Beers' resolutions; Twenty SpiceteenContact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeerMusic via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Happy New Year! We look forward to heading into 2019 more laughs, more new beers, and more talking nonsense on Rust Belt Beer Talk!Beer of the Week: "21st Anniversary Ale" from Brewery OmmegangAdditional Talking Points: The 10 best beers we had in 2018!Contact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer Instagram: @rustbeltbeerMusic via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Merry Christmas from RBBT! This episode was very special for us, as we captured the spirit of the holidays by bringing in our wives, Devon and Amy for some family table discussion. We hope you have as much fun listening as we certainly did making this one!Beer of the Week: "Salted Caramel Chocolate Porter" from Genesee Brew HouseAdditional Talking Points: Highly sensual beer descriptions, Notable Christmas Cocktails, Christmas food & alcohol pairings, The Night Before Beer-masContact: rustbeltbeertalk@gmail.com, Twitter: @rustbeltbeer Instagram: @rustbeltbeerMusic via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.